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Eddie Glaude Jr. is the William S. Tod Professor of Religion and African American Studies at Princeton University, serving as Chair of the Department of African American Studies since 2002. A Mississippi native, he holds a Ph.D. in Religion from Princeton, an M.A. in African American Studies from Temple University, and a B.A. in Political Science from Morehouse College. His research focuses on African American intellectual traditions, race, democracy, and social justice, with a particular emphasis on how race shapes American political and cultural life.
He teaches courses such as 'Introduction to the Study of African American Cultural Practices' and 'Religion and the Tradition of Social Theory.' His 2016 book, Democracy in Black, critiques systemic racial inequities in America. Glaude advocates for a transformative vision of democracy rooted in addressing the 'value gap' between racial groups. He emphasizes the role of higher education in fostering critical thinking and social responsibility, particularly through Princeton’s liberal arts tradition.
Active in campus activism, he supports student-led movements addressing racial justice, such as protests following the non-indictment of Darren Wilson. His work bridges academia and public engagement, reflecting his belief that scholarship must contribute to societal betterment. He also highlights the significance of family, naming his son after Langston Hughes and Ralph Ellison to honor legacy and resilience.
